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Tips for Packing Like a Pro
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Develop a master “to do” list
so you won’t forget something critical. ·
Sort and get rid of things you no longer want or need. Have a garage sale, donate to a charity, or recycle. ·
Don’t throw out everything. If your
inclination is to just toss it, ask yourself how frequently you use an item
and how you’d feel if you no longer had it. ·
Pack like items together. Put toys with
toys, kitchen utensils with kitchen utensils. ·
Decide what you plan to move
yourself. Precious items, such as family photos, valuable breakables, or
must-haves during the move, should probably stay with you. ·
Use the right box for the item. Loose items
encourage breakage. ·
Put heavy items in small boxes
so they’re easier to lift. Keep
weight under 50 lbs. if possible. ·
Don’t over-pack boxes and increase the chances they will break. ·
Wrap every fragile item separately and pad bottom and sides of boxes. ·
Label every box on all sides. You never
know how they’ll be stacked and you don’t want to have to move other
boxes aside to find out what’s there. ·
Use color-coded labels to indicate which room each item should go in. Color-code
a floor plan for your new house to help movers. ·
Keep your moving documents together, including phone numbers, driver’s name, and van number.
Also keep your address book handy. ·
Back up your computer files before moving your computer. ·
Remember, most movers won’t take
plants. ·
Inspect each box and all furniture for damage as soon as it arrives. Reprinted
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